Giles Insurance Brokers
FSJ hires ex-Cobra boss for development director role
FSJ Broking, the London market division of Ink, has appointed Dave Truman as development director.
Brokers insist on level playing field over EC Insurance Mediation Directive
Insurers have been dragged into the mandatory commission disclosure debate by disgruntled brokers demanding a "level playing field", following the latest publication of the revised Insurance Mediation Directive.
Aviva overhaul wins approval but worries remain over GI
New Aviva chairman John McFarlane's bold plan to overhaul the insurer by stripping it of underperforming businesses and layers of bureaucracy has won plaudits from the insurance community, but has failed to convince all corners that the general insurance…
Brokers will use downgraded insurers, but only if clients make the request
Brokers have admitted they will continue to work with downgraded insurers at clients’ requests, despite rating agency Fitch conceding there is no end in sight to potential downgrades linked to the Eurozone crisis.
Giles recruitment drive continues apace as northern MD is drafted in
Giles is back on the recruitment trail following the appointment of Paula Williams as regional managing director for the north of England, as chief executive Brendan McManus continues to reshape his management team.
Market moves: Brokers lead the recruitment charge
Another action-packed week in terms of recruitment saw the vast majority of movers and shakers switch roles in the broking market.
Brightside boss Holman eyes up employee benefits offering
Newly appointed Brightside boss Martyn Holman, pictured, has announced plans to start reviewing the business in the next two weeks and potentially enter new lines including employee benefits.
Giles appoints Lewis as healthcare director
Giles is back on the recruitment trail after announcing the appointment of Paul Lewis as director in its recently launched healthcare team.
Giles raids rival firms for big hitters to drive organic growth
Brendan McManus has vowed to transform Giles into a "recruitment machine" in a bid to support organic growth and clear the way for niche acquisition opportunities.
Market moves: A busy week in recruitment
The insurance industry enjoyed a busy week in recruitment, and brokers were the main movers and shakers as Marsh UK & Ireland welcomed a new chief executive and Giles named a new COO.
Market moves: Broking steps up the recruitment push
This week the recruitment space belonged to the broking community, which saw major moves across the sector. In the past seven days, Willis, Lorica, Giles and Lockton all named new senior staff.
Giles poaches Brightside's COO
Giles Insurance has appointed Simon Pearce as its new chief operating officer.
Giles rejects IPO, claiming 15% rise in 2011 operating earnings beats peers
Strategic acquisitions in 2012 by consolidator Giles could still rival those from 2011 by value, if not frequency, despite a renewed focus on organic growth, as it looks to bolster specialisms and close gaps in its geographic footprint.
Market moves: A busy week for recruitment
Insurers were the most active recruiters in the industry this week, with Canopius, Mapfre, Zurich and Ace all welcoming new arrivals to their teams. It was also a busy seven days in the broking sector, after BGL, Giles, Miller and Aon made significant…
Giles snaps up ex-Broker Network director Mageean
Giles has appointed Bernard Mageean as managing director of underwriting and wholesale, effective from the end of August 2012.
Giles hails "peer-beating" 15% rise in 2011 operating earnings as IPO is rejected
Giles CEO Brendan McManus has categorically ruled out an initial public offering as the consolidator today reported a 15% increase in EBITDA to £24m (2010: £21m) on turnover of £81m (2010: £70m) for the full year to 31 August 2011.
Towergate’s McEwan heads to Giles
Following 10 years at Towergate, Giles has poached Alan McEwan to take on the role as regional managing director for Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Towergate bolsters Midlands management
Towergate has announced three management appointments to its Midlands broking team.
My best 11: Elliot Miller, QBE
QBE national general manager Elliot Miller selects his Best XI for an insurance start-up. Miller has selected an entirely Scottish team, including a former Rangers legend in goal and a range of brokers and insurers.
Ink acquires Indemnity Risk Solutions
Ink Underwriting has strengthened its position in the solicitor professional indemnity market through the acquisition of Indemnity Risk Solutions.
View from the Top: Time to get a new haircut
The obsession with market cycles has to stop, says Brendan McManus.
Giles confirms Lyons departure
Giles Insurance Brokers has confirmed that Sarah Lyons has left the company where she was group managing director for more than two years.
McLaren-Stewart leaves Giles for Tysers
John McLaren-Stewart has joined Lloyd's broker Tysers as UK sales and marketing director from Giles Insurance Brokers where he was sales director.
McManus "excited" as he starts his first day at Giles
New Giles CEO Brendan McManus told Post that organic growth will be the main focus under his leadership.